Summary
Kathleen Kennedy is stepping down as the president of Lucasfilm after 14 years. She will become a full-time producer while Dave Filoni takes over as the president and chief creative officer. During her leadership, Lucasfilm released several successful Star Wars films and shows and introduced more female and diverse characters.
Key Facts
- Kathleen Kennedy led Lucasfilm since Disney bought it in 2012.
- She will now become a full-time producer at the studio.
- Dave Filoni, previously involved in animated Star Wars shows, will become president and chief creative officer.
- Kennedy oversaw the release of five Star Wars films that earned over $5 billion worldwide.
- Some of the films she managed include The Force Awakens and Solo: A Star Wars Story, the latter being a box office disappointment.
- She introduced more female leads and characters from different backgrounds, though some fans criticized this approach.
- Lucasfilm produced popular Disney+ series like The Mandalorian and Andor during her tenure.
- Kennedy will continue to work on upcoming Lucasfilm projects like The Mandalorian and Grogu and Star Wars: Starfighter.
